The Society for Industrial Archeology.

OLIVER EVANS CHAPTER

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  • Lost Creeks and Sewers of PhiladelphiaSaturday, April 18, 2026, 10:30am Chapter member Adam Levine is offering a gallery talk on his exhibit with photographer Joseph Elliot at the Athenaeum in Philadelphia. The event will be limited to the first 20 people who register. To sign up please send an email…

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    American Swedish Historical Museumpresents Gordon Calhoun,Curator and Historian for the National Museum of the US Navy Gordon will highlight the rich legacy of naval shipbuilding…

  • Trolley Tour of the Philadelphia Navy Yard

    American Swedish Historical Museumpresents Guided Trolley Tour of the Philadelphia Navy Yard Thursday, October 2, 2025, 9:00am-1:00pm Don’t miss this unique opportunity for a guided…

  • Discover Lost Mount Penn

    The German Society of Pennsylvaniapresents Discover Lost Mount Penn – Wine, History & Stories Wednesday, October 16, 2025 at 6:00 pm Join us for a…

  • Canal House Challenge

    Lawrence Historical Society presents Canal House Challenge Sunday, September 14, 2025 The Canal House Challenge is an annual event held in September at which all…

About US

The SIA’s emphasis on archeology reflects a concern for the tangible evidence of early industry.  Our mission is the study, interpretation, and preservation of the surviving factories, machinery, bridges, canals, industrial communities and artifacts that are historically significant.

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